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Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground'

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Nestled in a rural setting, Rivendell Gardens offers an immersive experience. Stay in a charming Hobbit hole amidst the owner's lush gardens and enjoy homemade breakfast with freshly baked bread, eggs from their own chickens, and homemade jams. Relax at the outdoor dining area made of pallet wood or take advantage of BBQ facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
The current price is AED 446
AED 513 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul

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About this property

Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground'

  • Spend a night in a Hole in the Ground in the middle of the Waikato. It comes with a nice breakfast with homemade bread and bacon and eggs (own chickens) and homemade jams. There's an outdoor area made totally of pallet wood where you have the opportunity to cook, have a BBQ and have a dining area.
    Only suited for one or 2 persons (pets only at prior approval, service animals are ok).
    We (since 1984) are Rivendel Gardens, growing tomatoes, capsicum, beans, courgettes etc. for the local farmers' markets.
    I started with with the accommodation about 12 years ago as a playground for my grandchildren.
    If you need help, just come to the main house and I'm happy to help with whatever you need.
    We are in a very rural environment, very quiet. 7 Km out of Cambridge.
    Plenty of parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 248 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Pukemoremore, this chalet is in a rural area. Cambridge Farmers' Market and Hamilton Centre Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Maungatautari Ecological Island and Te Koutu Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Grassroots Trust Velodrome or Globox Arena. Visit our Pukemoremore travel guide
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Tauwhare, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Ross Bros Museum
    10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Cambridge Raceway
    12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Te Koutu Lake
    13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Cambridge Farmers' Market
    13 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • St Kilda Cafe And Bistro
    11 min drive
  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • Smoke Collective
    11 min drive
  • Good George Brewing Co
    10 min drive
  • Paddock
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground'?

As of 25 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground' on 30 June 2026 start from AED 446, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground'?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground'?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground' located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ross Bros Museum, Cambridge Raceway, and Te Koutu Lake. Cambridge Farmers' Market and Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Romantic night in a 'Hole in the Ground' Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attention to detail for everything was upstanding! Although small, there was a full size bed, outdoor kitchen, indoor kitchen, seating area to relax either indoors or outdoors, shower, toilet, and storage hooks which are so underrated in vacation rentals to have a good way to stash your stuff out of the way. We had a wonderful visiting kitty, chicken, and situated in an apple tree orchard with Gandalf’s wagon. Johan has amazing woodworking skills and put the whole thing together in some sort of wizardry himself. Truly a dream stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serena C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Hobbit Hole

Johan was the perfect host, very welcoming. The supply of breakfast foods was generous and very tasty. The bed was comfy and the shower was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rustic get a way

The property was perfectly appointed with timeless rustic charm and lovely touches all over the place. The facilities were just what we needed for cooking inside and out, great fireplace and high pressure shower. Loved the homemade jam and bread.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cutest little hut

We enjoyed staying at this unique little hut. It's entrance is very discreet so it took us a bit to find it. Host was very gracious.abd a good cook
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience

Cute little windows with awesome views. Really feels like a hobbit hole dug into the ground. Super warm with the fire on. Delicious breakfast with what I think is homemade jam provided. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly Authentic Hobbit Hole Stay

What can I say - what a cool idea! The owner (and his daughter) obviously care very much about the experience. The communication was great - instructions were clear on how to gain access. They checked in frequently to see if everything was okay, and they have just the cutest animals (included an adorable black and white cat) that really add to the farmstay experience. There are some issues that are very out of their hands - it rained quite badly one of the nights and we had to deal with a bit of a slug infestation (that was easily taken care of) and then the bugs that just come hand in hand with our a farm experience. The home made bread and jams were amazing. The bacon and eggs provided were delicious. The obvious care and attention to detail really made for an awesome experience. If you’re looking for a big chain hotel experience - skip this one. But if you’re looking for a cozy, cottage-like hobbit-hole - this is a must do, especially for any lord of the rings fan!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical, whimsical and everything you could ever imagine! Johan is a fantastic host, you can tell that this is his passion project. We loved the attention to detail on everything. Wish we could have stayed every night of our vacation here. With that said it was the perfect pairing for the night before our visit to Hobbiton. We felt like we truly lived in the Shire and were taking a day trip to Hobbiton! 10/10 we will stay again when we come back to New Zealand!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fang L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is amazing, like living in a fairy, you can get all you need in this romantic world. The host is kind and helpful. it’s worthy to have a try.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as expected

It truly was a unique and charming hole in the ground experience. Definitely a fun accommodation choice for those interested in the local tourist attractions. The farm fresh feijoas were a nice touch too :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A place unique to any other
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host contacted us confirming they were not available to meet us due to travel, check in details were clear and easy to follow, unfortunately the outside cooking facility's had not been cleaned since the last guest so were unusable, the unit was clean and tidy but a kitchen sauce left in the unit had mould in the jar, this unfortunately soured our view and put us off eating at the unit. On leaving and checking our card we had been charged and extra refundable deposit that was not detailed in the initial booking. Contacted the host who said contact Expedia/bookabatch as he didn't know what it was for, after 45 minutes on a call with Expedia they said to contact the host as it was their responsibility to refund the payment. Disappointed with the lack of visibility and passing around of responsibility by expedia and the host. Booked after reading the glowing reviews, the booking and handling of the booking by the host and expedia falls far below our expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So charming

Im obsessed with LOTRs and this was absolutely perfect for a hobbit hole. So charming and cute. I wish i could have stayed longer and could build one for myself.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was an interesting and unique experience. Directions to property were a problem. The address, phone number and a map should be on the web site. We got directions from the i-site in Cambridge otherwise we would have been lost' It also should be clearer that one should bring some barbecue food & wine for dinner as no eating places nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024